The King of Fighters XIV
- August 23, 2016
- 18h median play time
Released on PlayStation 4 last year to critical acclaim, The King of Fighters XIV didn’t get the attention it deserved from the general public.
The King of Fighters saga continues with an epic new story! With one of the biggest rosters ever and 50 characters ready to clash, create the perfect team in the classic 3-on-3 battle system. Burn to Fight!
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
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Reviews
- story13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Critic Reviews
The King of Fighters XIV Review
The King of Fighters XIV is a solid comeback for the series, and the generally subpar 3D visuals are quickly gotten used to after a few minutes with the game. The proof is in the pudding; the same classic 2D fighting gameplay KOF has been renowned for is meaty, with plenty of depth for series vets to work with, an easier time for newcomers looking to get into it, enough modes for both solo and online players, a supersized character roster, and plenty to unlock in terms of artwork, music and more. Improvements could have been made in other areas, such as the weak story and presentation (menus and models), but more importantly, KOF XIV should have some great competitive legs, and deservedly so.
70%Invite Within, Black Tie Optional
The King of Fighters XIV is a solid entry that’s sure to be played in tournaments for the next couple of years and establishes a foundation for newcomers to pick up a controller and learn what the hype is about.
82%The King of Fighters XIV Review
It's perhaps disingenuous to claim that King of Fighters XIV marks a glorious return to form akin to that of Street Fighter IV, because the more recent 2D instalments in SNK's franchise have been excellent examples of technical fighting brilliance. What the fourteenth entry in this esteemed franchise does is lay down the foundations for future sequels which will – thanks to the relentless march of technology – use 3D models instead of handdrawn sprites. While King of Fighters XIV looks positively shabby when placed alongside Street Fighter V, it arguably offers more depth and variety. The three-person mechanic encourages players to master more than one fighter, and the cast – while perhaps not as instantly-recognisable as the likes of Ryu, Chun-Li, and Blanka – has something for every type of player. Ironically, the biggest sticking point with King of Fighters XIV is the one aspect designed to make it more appealing to outsiders; the new "Rush" mode allows even complete newbies to look like combo-crunching experts, but it's likely to divide opinion with serious players who prefer to rely on their own skill and knowledge when it comes to unlocking the game's most potent moves. Even so, this single concession to a mainstream audience is easy to forgive when taken as part of a package which rewards methodical, technical play in a way that no other fighting game does.
70%
